Machinery Application

An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Machinery Application

Machinery Application

Scheduled Dates

Classroom

03 - 07 Nov 2025Dubai - UAE$5,950RESERVE A SEAT

Online

21 - 25 Apr 2025Online$3,950RESERVE A SEAT
03 - 07 Nov 2025Online$3,950RESERVE A SEAT

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Why Choose this Training Course?

Proper selection of most suitable machinery for specific applications, understanding their operating principles and failure development mechanisms are very important for process plants. Design and implementation of powerful failure prevention methods are keys for successful plants. This Machinery Application training course aims at enhancing strategies for understanding of machinery applications, reliability, availability, and their overall effectiveness. Best operation practices, maintenance strategies, in particular predictive methods, key performance indicators and practical approaches are covered in detail. Topics covered in this PetroKnowledge training course are supported by five recent practical case studies collected from world class organizations.

This Machinery Application training course will highlight: 

  • Practical framework for machinery applications in process plants
  • Critical analysis of machinery applications, failures causes and impacts on business
  • Best practices on cost effective failure prevention strategies
  • Advanced predictive and condition-based maintenance strategies
  • Condition monitoring techniques such as vibration, thermography, and wear debris
  • Maintenance control measures and key performance indicators
  • Importance of maintenance system continuous performance assessment and evaluation 

What are the Goals?

By the end of this Machinery Application training course, participants will be able to:

  • Select suitable machinery for specific applications in process plants
  • Identify machinery failures; causes, mechanisms and how to prevent those failures
  • Outline root cause analysis of machinery common failures modes
  • Appreciate condition monitoring techniques such as vibration, acoustic emission, infrared thermography, and wear debris
  • Implement predictive and preventive maintenance methods
  • Design for reliability centered practical framework for machinery fault/failure prevention
  • Determine key performance indicators and implement advanced maintenance strategies

Who is this Training Course for?

This Machinery Application training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Operation and commissioning engineers
  • Maintenance engineers and Technicians
  • Maintenance and operation supervisors
  • Facility engineers and utility engineers
  • Anyone requiring a working level knowledge of machinery applications

Organisational Impact

Delegates will be provided by an up to date practical guide to best practices of machinery applications, failure analysis, reliability improvement techniques and maintenance strategies to help their companies on achieving the optimum performance.

Organizations will gain the following benefits through this Machinery Application training course: 

  • Improve the operation strategies face the machinery problem
  • Increase machinery availability and return on investment
  • Identify the failure early and more effectively
  • Become more proactive to control the failure and reduce the risk
  • Optimize the preventive and predictive maintenance program
  • Reduce the cost due to failure
  • Mitigate the failure consequences

Personal Impact

Delegates who attend the Machinery Application training course will enhance their skills by world class strategies on predictive and reliability centered maintenance strategies. This, in return, will improve their abilities to undertake higher levels of responsibilities with their organizations.

Delegates will gain numerous skills including the following:

  • Ability to understand and machinery applications for process plants
  • Proactive and reactive maintenance strategies
  • Knowledge on how to perform failure analysis
  • Help in improving operation and maintenance procedures
  • Select suitable maintenance method fit to the business work system
  • Increase ability to diagnosis the different types of mal-functions or failure
  • Calculate quantitative key performance indicators directly linked to business

Daily Agenda

Day One: Pumps: Types, Selection and Best Operation Methods 
  • Introduction to the Seminar
  • Types of Pumps: Centrifugal, Positive Displacement and Special Effects
  • Pumps Performance Maps
    • Flow vs. Head, Priming and Cavitations Problems
    • Efficiency and Power Consumption
    • Startup, Operation and Maintenance Schedule
  • Case Study-1: Pumps Best Operation Methods and Power Consumption
Day Two: Compressors: Operation, Selection and Control Procedures   
  • Types of Compressors and operating Principles
  • Compressors Selection and Performance Maps
    • Pressure Ratios, Surge and Stonewall (Chock)
    • Efficiency and Power Consumption
    • Maintenance and Operation Procedures
  • Case Study-2: Commissioning and Startup of Compressors
Day Three: Motors: Types, Monitoring and Control Strategies 
  • Types of Motors
  • Operation Principles of Induction Motors
    • How they work
    • Efficiency and Power Consumption
    • Maintenance and Operation Procedures
  • Power Consumption and Performance Assessment
  • Motors Selection and Control Methods
  • Case Study-3: Size Determination and Maintenance Procedures of Motors
Day Four: Machinery Failures: Causes and Prevention Techniques 
  • Why Machines do fail?
  • Machine Failure Understanding and Analysis
    • Wear and Tribology
    • Fatigue Mechanisms
    • Bearing and Seal Failures
  • The Concept of Machinery Reliability
  • Reliability Improvement Techniques
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Case Study-4: Avoiding Machinery Failures
Day Five: Modern Maintenance Strategies 
  • Modern Maintenance Concepts
    • Maintenance Strategies
    • Predictive Maintenance – an Overview
    • Potential Failure Analysis – Deciding Which Technologies to Apply
  • Vibration: Measurements and Fault Detection Methods
  • Other Predictive Maintenance Techniques
    • Infrared Thermography
    • Thermography applications
    • Acoustic Emissions & Ultrasonics
    • Tribology – oil analysis
  • Case Study-5: Advanced Operation and Maintenance Plan Preparation
  • Summary and Course Closure

Certificate

  • On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why PetroKnowledge?

PetroKnowledge is a globally recognized provider of training courses for oil and gas professionals, offering a wide range of specialized training courses designed to enhance knowledge, skills, and expertise in the energy sector. With courses tailored to meet the evolving demands of the oil and gas industry, PetroKnowledge helps professionals stay up-to-date with industry standards, technological advancements, and best practices.

Who are these training courses designed for?

Our courses are specifically developed for professionals in the oil and gas industry, including engineers, technical staff, managers, and other specialists looking to advance their careers. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to the sector, our training for oil and gas professionals is suited to individuals at all stages of their professional journey.

Are the courses delivered online or in person?

PetroKnowledge offers flexible learning solutions with both online courses and in-person training options. Online courses for oil and gas professionals provide the flexibility to learn from anywhere, while in-person courses offer a hands-on, interactive learning environment. Each training course page provides detailed information on the delivery format, allowing you to choose the option that best meets your learning style and schedule

Can I get a customized training course for my team?

Yes, PetroKnowledge offers customized in-house training solutions for organizations looking to upskill their teams. We work closely with companies to design bespoke training courses for oil and gas professionals that address specific challenges and objectives. Whether you need on-site training or online solutions, we can tailor the training courses to suit your organization’s needs.

Are there any prerequisites for attending a course?

Certain advanced training courses for oil and gas professionals may require prior experience or technical knowledge. These prerequisites ensure that participants can fully benefit from the course content. We recommend reviewing the course description on the relevant page to determine if any prerequisites apply to your selected course.

How can I enroll in a course?

Enrolling in one of our training courses for oil and gas professionals is simple and convenient. Navigate to the specific course page, click “Enroll Now,” and complete the registration form. You will receive a confirmation email with further details on how to proceed.

You may also get in touch with our Registration Team on
+971 50 981 7386 | +971 2 557 7389 or send an email to [email protected]

When should I expect to receive confirmation of registration?

Upon successful registration online, enrolment on the respective training course will be confirmed by Registration Team by e-mail along with the invoice and joining instruction.

Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?

Yes, upon successful completion of our courses for professionals in the oil and gas industry, you will receive an industry-recognized certificate from PetroKnowledge. This certification is designed to validate your skills and knowledge and can significantly enhance your professional credentials, boosting your career prospects in the competitive oil and gas sector.

When and how do I arrange payments?

We offer two convenient payment options:

  • Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
  • Payment Link – Alternatively, we provide a secure payment link that you can use to complete your payment after your registration has been confirmed.

What is the refund or cancellation policy?

Our refund and cancellation policy varies depending on the course and circumstances. Generally, cancellations made at least 21 days before the training are eligible for a refund, less any administrative fees. If you have any specific inquiries about the cancellation or refund, don’t hesitate to contact our support team, who can assist with your booking and cancellation queries.

Is there a discount for more than one registrant/course?

For corporate fees and group registration, please send your query to [email protected].

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